General News

The Nebraska Writers Guild is now accepting workshop and class proposals for our 2026 Annual Conference, themed True Voice.

Dates: April 23–25, 2026

Location: Omaha, Nebraska

Each year, the NWG Conference brings together writers from across the Midwest—aspiring, emerging, and professional—for three days of learning, networking, and inspiration. We’re looking for engaging, practical, and encouraging sessions that equip writers at every stage of their journey.

What We’re Seeking

• 50-minute sessions and a limited number of 2-hour intensive workshops
• Topics in craft, publishing, business of writing, poetry, nonfiction, marketing, and inspiration
• Classes that are interactive, motivating, and tailored to the needs of writers
• Presenters who are passionate about sharing their expertise and connecting with our community

Speaker Benefits

While NWG conference speakers are volunteers, selected presenters receive:

• Admission to the conference
• Promotion in our digital and print programs, website, and social media
• A gift of a financial honorarium mailed post-conference

What You Need to Know Before Opening the Form

To save you time, here’s what the form will ask you to provide:

Presenter Information

• Full name
• Email address and phone number
• A short professional bio (100 words or less)
• Website and/or social media links

Workshop/Class Proposal

• Session title
• Session description (150 words, will be used in the program if selected)
• Session type (50-minute class, 2-hour workshop)
• Primary topic area (craft, business, publishing, nonfiction/memoir, poetry, etc.)
• Intended audience level (aspiring, emerging, experienced, professional, or all levels)
• Technology requests (projector, speakers, whiteboard, etc.)

Uploads & Agreements

Attach PDF handouts (if applicable—NWG will not print copies; PDFs will be emailed to attendees)

We encourage the submission of more than one proposal.

Please complete the form by October 21, 2025. Selected speakers will be notified by December 31, 2025.

If you have taught at our conference in the last two years, please do not submit the same class proposal. We are looking for fresh content.Class handouts will not be printed by NWG. Please attach a PDF of your handouts, and they will be emailed to registered attendees before the event.

We can’t wait to see your ideas and to build another unforgettable conference together.